The body is an amazing machine, but it can break down due to injury and overuse. Thanks to advancements in medical materials and surgical techniques, joint replacement surgeries are now being done in greater numbers than ever before. The most common full joint replacement surgeries are done on the knee, hip, and shoulder. And with…
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Is Age a Consideration for Joint Replacement?
Joint replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces damaged joint parts with artificial pieces, or prosthetics. The artificial joints are typically made from metal, ceramic, and/or plastic materials. These artificial pieces replace the damaged joints so that the body can function normally again. Some common places for joint replacement surgery are the knee, hip, shoulder,…
Minimally Invasive Surgery vs Open Surgery
Doctors are always finding new ways and methods to improve patient outcomes, and answering questions of how they can advance surgery to improve your experience as a patient. More specifically, how can your recovery time be faster? Lastly, can there be less scarring and less pain after your operation? When compared to minimally invasive surgical…
Recovering from Joint Replacement Surgery
Have you experienced pain and stiffness that was so extreme that you had trouble with your mobility? Your joints being injured or not working properly could cause those symptoms, and more. Joints can be damaged by arthritis, degenerative conditions, or injuries. Arthritis or simply years of use may cause a lot of wear and tear…
New Advancements in Technology Allows Joint Replacement Surgery to Thrive
Have you ever been so stiff and in so much pain that you had trouble with your mobility? Well, that pain and stiffness could be due to your joints. Joints can become damaged by arthritis, overuse, or from sustaining injuries. Arthritis or simply years of use may cause a lot of wear and tear on…